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AVA: Yakima Valley

Vineyard: McIntire Vineyard - Sunnyside, Washington

Blend:

• 96% Syrah
• 4% Grenache

Alcohol: 15.2%

Production: 40 cases

Harvest Dates, and Brix at Harvest:

• Syrah - 10/2/04, 26.0 brix, and 10/15/04, 28.2 brix
• Grenache - 11/2/04, 22.8 brix

Tasting Notes:

Dense and extracted, with aromas of fresh blackberries and boysenberries, hints of orange marmalade, and notes of ripe figs, vanilla, and maple syrup. Long, rich finish.